Artwork
Job
Job is an oil painting by the Flemish Baroque painting artist Jacob Jordaens. It dates from 1620 and is held in the collection of the Detroit Institute of Arts.
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Overview
Job is a 1620 oil painting by Flemish Baroque artist Jacob Jordaens, depicting the biblical figure of the same name. Characterized by thick brushstrokes and textured elements, it exemplifies Jordaens' contribution to the Flemish Baroque movement.
Subject & Meaning
The painting portrays an aged Job, conveying a sense of weary endurance through his open-mouthed expression and tired demeanor. The subject's emotional state is emphasized by the loose, draped clothing and the overall somber yet resilient portrayal.
Technique & Style
Jordaens employed thick, expressive brushstrokes, notably in the subject's beard and skin, creating a textured, almost tactile quality. This technique, akin to impasto, adds depth and realism to the work, drawing the viewer's attention to the subject's physical and emotional state.
History & Provenance
Created in 1620, *Job* became part of the Detroit Institute of Arts' collection. Jordaens' prominence in Flemish art grew after the deaths of Rubens and Van Dyck, though his activity remained largely centered in the Low Countries.
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Artist
Jacques (Jacob) Jordaens (19 May 1593 – 18 October 1678) was a Flemish painter, draughtsman and a designer of tapestries and prints.
The Holy Family with Shepherds
The Holy Family with Saint Anne and the Young Baptist and His Parents
Untitled
Apollo as Victor over Pan
Susanna and the Elders
The Betrayal of Christ
Portrait of the artist with his family
The Tribute Money. Peter Finding the Silver Coin in the Mouth of the Fish. Also called "The Ferry Boat to Antwerp"
